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Madlanga Commission | DPCI warned of attempted break-in before cocaine exhibits were stolen

Suspended KwaZulu-Natal Directorate for Priority Crimes Investigations (DPCI/Hawks) Serious Organised Crime Investigations commander, Brigadier Msizi Nyuswa, says retired Lieutenant-Colonel Jakobus Prinsloo warned him of an attempted break-in at the Port Shepstone DPCI headquarters in October 2021. Nyuswa testified before the Madlanga Commission on Wednesday, claiming Prinsloo raised concerns about the safety of the 541 kilograms of cocaine exhibits - with an estimated street value of R200 million - which were […]

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Funding concerns raised as court insists “Cat” Matlala trial will proceed in July

The Johannesburg High Court has reaffirmed that the highly anticipated trial involving alleged underworld figure, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala and his co-accused, will proceed on 20 July, despite concerns over the legal representation of alleged hitman, Musa Kekana. The issue arose during proceedings on Wednesday after Kekana's newly appointed lawyer, Joe Strauss, appeared in court for the first time following the withdrawal of his predecessor. Strauss informed the court that funding […]

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Davids and De Villiers look to start season on a high

Springbok assistant coach, Deon Davids and uncapped loose-forward Paul de Villiers, are eager to kick off the international season on a strong note. Speaking in Johannesburg on Monday, Davids said the camp had built good momentum over the past week, with the coaching staff pleased with the progress as they moved closer to Saturday's clash against  the Barbarians in Gqeberha. "The energy in camp has been excellent,” he said. “We’ve […]

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Soshanguve Central Hostel residents fume over alleged government neglect following fatal blaze

Residents of Central Hostel in Soshanguve Block H are up in arms following a fatal fire that reportedly claimed one life, accusing government of failing to address long-standing service delivery challenges in the area. Residents staged a protest in the township, demanding urgent intervention on issues including electricity, water supply and housing conditions. Demonstrators were seen blocking the township's main road at 'Transfer', where they lay down in the street […]

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Matlala defence receives key State evidence, vows to oppose any delay to July trial

Alleged crime boss, Vusimuzi "Cat" Matlala's, legal team says it has finally received key disclosure material from the State and will oppose any attempt to delay the start of the highly anticipated trial scheduled for 20 July. The developments emerged during Matlala and his co-accused's appearance in the Johannesburg High Court on Monday, where the court assessed trial readiness and addressed outstanding issues ahead of proceedings expected to begin next […]

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Madlanga Commission | Mashaba grilled over failure to report July 2021 drug bust

Gauteng Traffic chief, Samuel Mashaba, has come under scrutiny at the Madlanga Commission for failing to notify the nearest police station about the July 2021 drug-bust in Aeroton, south of Johannesburg. Mashaba continued his testimony before the commission on Friday, where commissioners scrutinised both his conduct during the operation and his relationship with alleged police informant and businessman, Tumelo Nku. The commission that according to Mashaba's supplementary statement, he received […]

todayJune 12, 2026 72

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Formation not to blame for Mexico defeat: Williams

Bafana Bafana captain, Ronwen Williams, says coach Hugo Broos' decision to change formation for the opening game of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Mexico should not be blamed for their loss. Bafana were beaten 2-0 by co-hosts Mexico at the Azteca Stadium on Thursday night. Broos opted to go with three centre-backs on the day while using Khuliso Mudau and Aubrey Modiba as wing-backs. Williams said the team prepared […]

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Mogotsi to reapply for bail amid residential address dispute

Alleged political fixer, Brown Mogotsi, is set to return to the Johannesburg Magistrate's Court on 22 June with a fresh bail application, as his legal team moves to address concerns that led to the dismissal of his initial bid for release. Mogotsi remains behind bars after the court last week denied him bail, finding that he had failed to show that the interests of justice favoured his release. Among the […]

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Mashimbyi hoping for Bafana motivation

Proteas Women head coach, Mandla Mashimbyi, is hoping Bafana Bafana can provide the inspiration for his team ahead of their ICC Women’s T20 World Cup opener against Australia in Manchester on Saturday. Bafana take on co-hosts Mexico in the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico City on Thursday night (kick-off 9pm SA time), with the entire nation backing them to produce an upset. Mashimbyi says both […]

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